The U.S. Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) came into effect on June 21. This potentially far-reaching legislation prohibits imports that are made by forced labor in Xinjiang, China, which includes cotton products. About 90 percent of China’s cotton is produced in Xinjiang, and the region has almost no capacity to provide evidence that forced…
The Latest US-Implemented Law Changes China’s Cotton Industry
June 23, 2022
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Global Influence Shifting From the UN to the World Economic Forum
June 23, 2022
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Commentary Is the World Economic Forum replacing the United Nations as the world’s most influential institution? When you compare the two in terms of power, influence, and location, it sure looks that way. The Post-War Liberal Economic Order Recall that the United States led the U.N. foundation in 1945 after the Second World War. The…
Georgia’s 4 Congressional Runoffs Produce Varied Results
Among the four Georgia congressional runoffs on June 21, two produced surprising results while two others saw candidates backed by former President Donald Trump lose. Every race is crucial for both parties, as House Republicans are striving to net five seats in the 435-member chamber to regain the majority they lost in 2018. In suburban…
Georgia’s Four Congressional Runoffs Produce Varied Results
Among the four Georgia Congressional runoffs on June 21, two produced surprising results while two others saw Donald Trump-backed candidates lose. Every race is crucial for both parties as House Republicans are striving to net five seats in the 435-member chamber to regain the majority they lost in 2018. In suburban Atlanta’s 7th District, Mark…
Bacon and Cheese Stuffed Burgers
Fourth of July is right around the corner, and everyone knows that in order to celebrate the holiday in style, you must have top-notch food. And while the king of the cookout is usually a perfectly grilled steak, this year there’s a new kid in town. Wow your guests this Fourth of July with this bacon and cheese stuffed…
Aftermaths of the Shanghai Lockdown Linger
June 23, 2022
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On June 1, Shanghai lifted its two-month-long Covid lockdown, declaring that work and production would resume, except in the “controlled areas” where residents still undergo regular nucleic acid testing. As a result of Beijing’s zero-Covid policy, some commentators believe that residents and businesses alike have reflected on the impact of the communist authority’s extreme measures…
Eurozone Business Growth Slumped in June as Price Hikes Bite
LONDON—Eurozone business growth has slowed significantly this month—and by much more than expected—as consumers concerned about soaring bills opted to stay at home and defer purchases to save money, a survey showed on Thursday. S&P Global’s flash Composite Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI), seen as a good gauge of overall economic health, slumped to 51.9 in…
Ex-liberal MP Raj Grewal Invited Lenders to Private Meet-and-Greet With Trudeau
A pair of Ontario businessmen say they each loaned former Liberal MP Raj Grewal $200,000 before being invited to join a 2018 trip to India with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Brampton tire centre owner Andy Dhugga told an Ottawa court today he has known Grewal’s family for a long time, and Grewal asked him for…
UK Train Strike Comes Amid Push for More Automated Workforce
Network Rail says “trade union intransigence” is blocking the modernisation of the railways and says the 1,850 job losses it is proposing could be managed through early retirements. A three-day national train strike by the National Union of Rail, Maritime, and Transport Workers (RMT) trade union is causing chaos for commuters, and much of the country…
Redwood Is a Good, Insect-Resistant Material for Decks
Dear James: My kids are getting older, and a backyard deck would be great. I am on a limited budget and want to build it myself but have no idea where to start. Any tips? — Maria S. Dear Maria: The addition of a deck, usually adjacent to a sliding glass door, is one of…
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